Medicine Overview of Preglan Tablet

Uses of Preglan Tablet

Preglan 10mg Tablet is used in the treatment of neuropathic pain, seizures and anxiety disorder.

Side effects of Preglan Tablet

Common

Sleepiness, Dizziness, Uncoordinated body movement, Fatigue.

How to use Preglan Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. It can be taken with or without food, but it is better to take Preglan 10mg Tablet at a fixed time.

How Preglan Tablet works

Preglan 10mg tablet is an antiepileptic medication. It decreases pain and seizures by modulating calcium channel activity of the nerve cells.

In Depth Information on Preglan Tablet

Expert advice for Preglan Tablet

Preglan should be taken at the same time every day to maintain consistent levels in your body.

Do not stop using Preglan without talking to your doctor, even if you feel better.

It causes sleepiness or drowsiness. If this happens to you, do not drive or use machinery.

Avoid consuming alcohol when taking the Preglan, as it may cause excessive sleepiness or drowsiness.

Inform your doctor if you experience any eye sight change while taking Preglan.

Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

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Lactation

CAUTION

Preglan 10mg Tablet is probably usafe to use during lactatio

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Limited human data suggests that the drug could represent a significant risk to the baby.

No. Preglan is not a narcotic drug. Narcotics are drugs with sleep inducing properties, usual derivatives of Opium like Heroin and Morphine. Preglan is a medicine which is used for conditions like neuropathic pain, anxiety, epilepsy, and fibromyalgia.

Q. Is it safe to take Preglan with duloxetine?

If Preglan and duloxetine taken together, there is an increased risk of side effects like dizziness, drowsiness, confusion, and difficulty in concentrating and motor co-ordination. Consult with your doctor if you have already taken one of the medications.

Q. What is the interaction of Preglan with anticoagulants?

There is no known interaction between the two drugs but consult your doctor and inform if you are taking any of the medication.

Q. Is Preglan safe?

Preglan is a prescription drug and is safe to use if taken in the dose, frequency, and duration as per the doctor's advice.

Q. Are Preglan and gabapentin the same?

Preglan and gabapentin are two different medicines. However, they work in a similar way and both are used for conditions like neuropathic pain and epilepsy. Preglan is also used for treating anxiety. Please consult your doctor before using any of the medicine.

Q. Is Preglan a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID)?

No, Preglan is not a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). IIt is a medicine which decreases pain and seizures or fits by binding to specific calcium channels and increasing the action of GABA, a chemical messenger in the nerve cells and is used for conditions like neuropathic pain, anxiety, epilepsy, and fibromyalgia.

Q. Can I take Preglan with methadone?

Methadone is opioid in nature and It may reduce the lower gastrointestinal tract function (e.g., intestinal obstruction, paralytic ileus, constipation) especially when given with Preglan. So, when Preglan and opioids are used together, measures to prevent constipation may be considered (especially in female patients and elderly).

Q. Is Preglan a controlled substance?

No, Preglan is not a controlled substance. However, it is a prescription drug which should only be taken as per the doctor's advice.

Q. How long can I take Preglan for?

Preglan is a prescription drug and it should only be taken for the duration as advised by the doctor.

Q. Can I take Preglan with gabapentin?

Preglan and gabapentin both act via similar mechanism and are used for treating similar conditions. They may also enhance each other's depressant action, so, taking both together is not recommended as you may feel more sleepy and need to take more precautions while driving or using machines. Please consult your doctor before taking both the medicines together.

Q. Can I take Preglan with sertraline?

Preglan may increase the depressant action of sertraline. Taking them together can make you feel more sleepy, so, you should be careful while driving or if you are working with a machine. Consult your doctor before taking these drugs together.

Q. Can I take Preglan with naproxen?

Preglan and naproxen are not known to have any clinically relevant interaction. However, interactions may occur. Please consult your doctor before taking both them together.

Q. Can I take Preglan with tramadol?

The central nervous system depressant effect of tramadol may increase when it is taken with Preglan and you can feel more sleepy, so, you should be careful while driving or if you are working with a machine. Consult your doctor before taking both the medications together.

Q. Can I take Preglan with alprazolam?

Preglan can be taken with alprazolam as no interactions have been clinically observed. However, as both the medicines have the tendency to cause sleepiness, so caution may be needed in case both the medicines are used together as it may affect your ability to drive or work on a machine. Please consult your doctor before taking them together.

Q. Can I take Preglan with amitriptyline?

Preglan is known to increase the depressant action of amitriptyline. Taking the two medicines together can make you feel more sleepy, so, you should be careful while driving or if you are working with a machine. Consult your doctor before taking the medications together.

Q. Can I take Preglan with ibuprofen?

Preglan is not known to have any interaction with ibuprofen and they can be taken together. However, consult your doctor before taking these medications together.

Q. Can I take Preglan with diazepam?

Preglan may enhance the depressant effects of diazepam when used together. Taking them together can make you feel more sleepy, so, you should be careful while driving or if you are working with a machine. Consult your doctor before taking these medicines together.

Q. Can I take Preglan with paracetamol?

Preglan is not known to have any clinically meaningful interaction with paracetamol. They can be safely taken together. However, consult your doctor before taking these drugs together as interactions may occur.

Q. Does Preglan cause swelling?

Preglan is known to produce edema (swelling) by fluid (water) retention. Kindly consult your doctor if you develop swelling while taking Preglan.

Q. Does Preglan cause drowsiness (somnolence)?

One of the common side effects of Preglan use is drowsiness (somnolence). Consult your doctor if you experience any such symptom while taking Preglan especially if you are taking any other medicine which can make you sleepy.

Q. Does Preglan cause weight gain?

Weight gain can occur as a common side effect with Preglan use. It can be a result of increased appetite (feeling hungry) and fluid (water) retention. Consult your doctor if there is any change in your weight during therapy.

Q. Does Preglan cause hair loss?

Clinical studies have shown that Preglan can cause hair loss (alopecia) in some patients. It has also been associated with hirsutism (excessive hair growth). Consult your doctor if you notice any difference in your hair growth while taking Preglan.

Q. Does Preglan make you tired?

Preglan is known to cause tiredness (fatigue). Consult your doctor if you experience excessive tiredness while taking Preglan.

Q. Does Preglan cause water retention?

Preglan has been associated with fluid (water) retention and edema (swelling). Consult your doctor if you notice swelling of your body while taking Preglan therapy.

Q. Does Preglan make you hungry?

Preglan is known to increase appetite (make you feel hungry). Consult your doctor if there is a significant change in your appetite while taking Preglan.

Q. Does Preglan cause diarrhea?

Preglan use can cause diarrhea as a side effect. Consult your doctor if you have diarrhea while taking Preglan.

Q. Does Preglan help with sleep?

Preglan is not indicated for the treatment of any sleep problems. Rather, Preglan can cause somnolence (increased desire to sleep). Consult your doctor for the treatment of any sleep related problems.

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